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1998 Rover 4 Series Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Coolant, Compression.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on July 1, 2009

1998 Rover 4 Series overheating

Engine Cooling problem
1998 Rover 4 Series 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Manual 70000 miles

engine overheating, no leaks visible, no sign of oil in coolant or gunge around oil filler. coolant is being forced back thrugh expansion tank when engine running.
Grateful for any suggestions.
Avatar Asked by tubnut

Answer

Replied on July 6, 2009

have the cylinders compression tested .. suspect headgasket failure .. a common fault on rover vehicles ...you could also check/replace the water pump !!

Tiny Answered by Dave H (expert)
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